Zach Mendenhall Dam
Key Takeaway
Zach Mendenhall Dam is classified as low hazard in Iowa. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 24.7% in IA) |
| Dam Length | 441 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | IA04300 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Zachary Mendenhall
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zach Mendenhall Dam?
Zach Mendenhall Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Zach Mendenhall Dam?
Zach Mendenhall Dam is owned by Zachary Mendenhall (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zach Mendenhall Dam built?
Zach Mendenhall Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Zach Mendenhall Dam?
Zach Mendenhall Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Zach Mendenhall Dam?
Zach Mendenhall Dam has a dam height of 26 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.